I know the address isn't very catchy, but it's here to stay or at least until we grow out of it. A lot of you Google the LCVA to find this site, which is OK but it doesn't always take you to the "home" page. Here's a tip......If you click on the big text at the top of the page it will always take you to the "home" page where you will find the latest blog entries. So if you get lost....just click on the big text at the top.
Where can I get membership information?
We have pamphlets at the gallery or you can click on "Membership Info" under the category "Exhibitions and Other Important Stuff".
Is the gallery moving or what?
That's a good question that gets asked a lot. Here's an honest answer. We're a non-profit organization that operates on a very small budget. And, we are getting a SWEET deal on rent at our current location. But as everyone knows the location isn't exactly prime territory. So, we're always looking for new "opportunities" for alternative exhibition locations. We have had some really cool prospects recently. Some of them didn't pan out. Some are still promising. I hesitate to give out any more information until prospects are solidified. Until then, lets just call them really cool prospects. If we do move, we plan on keeping the gallery to convert it to studio space or workshop space. We currently have members who are "in" with the City of Adrian downtown development squad. We're in a good position to jump on good prospects. It just may take some time.
Why should I become a member?
Everyone has different reasons for becoming a member. Personally I joined to learn more about how the art world functions. The truth is there are plenty of exhibition opportunities for artists in Lenawee County. And, there are many artists in Lenawee County who take advantage of those opportunities. We have great local artists who do not exhibit locally because very few people perceive Lenawee County as an art community. Some people say that reality is perception. Changing this perception takes a lot of effort and guts. The purpose of the LCVA is to grow the art community and to change this perception. As a group of artists we can change how people feel about Lenawee County easier than if artists tried it alone. My favorite comment said to me during the Art-a-licious festival was, "gee, I never realized we had such wonderful local artists." So, if your a novice artist the LCVA can teach you all about exhibiting your work. If you're a working artist, the LCVA can help you transition into a professional career. And, if you're a professional artist...the LCVA needs you. Our professional artist members are the backbone of the organization. Working with other professionals is certainly a great way to establish a network within the artist community.
Gregg Perez,
LCVA President
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